Gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) withdrawal and dependence

Treatment of Gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) withdrawal and dependence

Please refer to specialist prescribing guidance for further information.
Chlordiazepoxide is used for the treatment of Gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) withdrawal.

Chlordiazepoxide
Chlordiazepoxide 5mg capsules

On specialist advice.

Baclofen is an adjunct to chlordiazepoxide in the management of withdrawal and may be considered for the prevention of relapse in formerly GBL-dependent patients.

Baclofen
Baclofen 10mg tablets

On specialist advice.

History Notes

27/10/2022

East Region Formulary content agreed.